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Heart-Shaped Brownies Recipe

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Delightful heart-shaped brownies made with rich cocoa and studded with gooey chocolate chips. This recipe offers a perfect balance of fudgy texture and sweet flavor, ideal for special occasions or simply to satisfy your chocolate cravings.

Ingredients

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Brownie Batter

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Tools

  • Heart-shaped cookie cutter
  • 8-inch square baking pan
  • Parchment paper

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan and line it with parchment paper to ensure the brownies don’t stick and come out easily.
  2. Melt Butter and Mix Wet Ingredients: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter completely. Stir in the granulated sugar, then add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well until smooth and well combined.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Incorporate the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder into the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can make the brownies tough.
  4. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Carefully fold in the chocolate chips to add bursts of melted chocolate in each bite.
  5. Spread Batter and Bake: Evenly spread the batter into the prepared baking pan. Place it in the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs, indicating fudgy brownies.
  6. Cool Completely: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan. This step is important for easier cutting without crumbling.
  7. Cut Heart Shapes: Once cooled, use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut the brownies into charming heart shapes, perfect for gifting or serving at celebrations.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Arrange your heart-shaped brownies on a platter and enjoy the rich, chocolatey goodness with friends and family.

Notes

  • For a more intense chocolate flavor, consider using Dutch-processed cocoa powder instead of natural cocoa powder.
  • Ensure the brownies are completely cooled before cutting to prevent them from crumbling.
  • Feel free to dust the finished brownies with powdered sugar for an elegant touch.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
  • You can substitute chocolate chips with chopped nuts or dried fruits for variety.

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